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News updates from the Kiribati Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources.

Nonouti Hatchery Project Reviewed: Next Steps Towards Renovation

After a one-week field assessment, the team consisted of three evaluators; MFOR officer from the Aquaculture Unit, an officer from the Kiribati Green Energy Solution (KGES), and a Local Consultant has returned from Nonouti Island, after assessing the Island’s mini hatchery, which has remained non-operational since its initial construction. The Purpose of the assessment was to determine the current condition of the facility, identify issues and limitations, and provide recommendations for a potential smooth operation of the project in the future. Upon arrival, the team conducted a comprehensive inspection of the mini hatchery infrastructure including larval culture area, seawater/freshwater supply system, aeration system and the status of the installed solar system capacity and capability, to name a few. The team also met with the Island Mayor, Island clerk and Fisheries Assistant to the Island to discuss the update of the project, and the plan for the next site visit, which will focus only on the renovation and upgrading the facility. The trip was sponsored by the European Union (EU).

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Restoring Our Underwater Rainforests: Kiribati’s Message to the World

The Honourable Minister Ribanataake Tiwau reminded the global community that "Coral reefs are integral part of our shared ocean as they provide critical services to our people and governments". He further urged to accelerate action now to restore and save coral reefs - our underwater rainforests. Kiribati harbours "Super Reefs" which are resilient to stress factors and require further research. This high level panel was officiated by Dr Khaled Ashafani - Chair of International Coral Reef Initiative (ICRI), Ambassador Peter Thomson, UNSG Special Envoy for the Ocean and other distinguished speakers, the Honourable Ministers from French Polynesia, Niue and Samoa. Kiribati acknowledged ICRI, GCRMN, SAMS and SPREP for inviting Kiribati to share their stories to the world in this side event in the margin of UNOC3 in Nice, France

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President Maamau Champions Pacific-Led Fisheries at UN Ocean Conference

H.E Te Betetitenti Taneti Maamau delivered his statement on behalf of the Pacific Island Forum, during the Ocean Action Panel 5 on Sustainable Fisheries and Small-scale fishers in Nice, France. His message was clear, "Sustain our ocean to secure our future. Invest in Pacific-led fisheries management that protects livelihoods, biodiversity, and global food security". H.E Te Beretitenti Maamau was joined by Honourable Minister Ribanataake Tiwau, Secretary to Cabinet Dr Naomi Biribo, Secretary MFOR Riibeta Abeta and the team from OB, MFAI and MFOR when he delivered his statement. Prime Minister from the Solomon Is Hon Jeremiah Manele as well as Minister of Fisheries Hon Jelta Wong from PNG were also made strong statements amplifying the significance of global partnerships to support sustainable fisheries.

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Kiribati and Austria Strengthen Ties at UN Ocean Conference

Honourable Minister Ribanataake Tiwau and his team from MFOR and MFAI met bilaterally with Austria Special Envoy to discuss areas of mutual cooperations that benefit both countries, in the margin of the 3rd UN Ocean Conference in Nice, France. This bilateral discussion reaffirms each other diplomatic relationships and future cooperation programs on ocean actions, climate change, diplomacy and many other important areas.

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